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Rufty-Holmes Senior Center
June Events Newsletter
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| Dedication of new Rufty Fitness Annex |
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Sunday, June 29 at 3:00pm. An open house and dedication of the Center's newest addition, the 4,000 square feet Archibald C. Rufty Fitness Annex. After a brief program recognizing donors to the project, the facility will be open for public viewing. A reception with refreshments will be included. |
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| Golden Anniversary + Luncheon |
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A special recognition luncheon for those couples married fifty or more years, sponsored by Trinity Oaks Retirement Community, will be held on Wednesday, June 11 at noon. There will be a buffet luncheon followed by a program. Free to those who register in advance by calling 704-216-7714. Space is limited.
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| AARP Membership Picnic |
AARP Chapter members and prospective members are invited to gather at the Center's picnic shelter for lunch on Thursday, June 5 at noon. A regular meeting will follow at 1:00pm with a program regarding the upcoming change from analog to digital television broadcasts. Guests are asked to RSVP to 704-216-7714 for planning purposes.
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| Bus Trip to Barter Dinner Theater |
Thursday, June 26. Motorcoach transportation leaves Senior Center parking lot at 7:00am enroute to Abingdon, VA where we will have some time for shopping at local antique and specialty stores before our lunch at the Cafe at the Barter. Beginning at 2:00pm we'll enjoy a matinee performance of the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical "Evita." We will return to the Senior Center about 8:00pm. Cost is $68 per person which includes transportation, lunch, theater performance, taxes and tips.
Interested older adults need to pre-pay at the Senior Center Front Desk in order to reserve a seat on the bus. Reservations are first-come, first-served, and you can pick your seat assignment at the time of purchase. You must be a member of the Center to purchase a ticket. Tickets go on sale Tuesday, June 3 at 8:15am.
 Jan McCanless, Tour Coordinator
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New Classes Beginning This Month
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Stained Glass Classes: New eight-week classes begin June 9. For beginning, intermediate or advanced students. Two sections to choose from (Mondays 2-5pm or Mondays 5:45pm - 8:45pm). Instructor is Mike Ziegler. $55 class fee payable to instructor plus materials. Register at the Front Desk, by calling 704-216-7714, or email to office@ruftyholmes.org beginning Tuesday, May 27. Space is limited.
Oil Painting Classes: Choice of two classes: Friday, June 13 or Friday, June 20 from 10:00am - 4:00pm. Patricia Miller will lead this one-day class involving the Bob Ross Painting Method. No experience is necessary. Students will complete an entire canvas painting during this session. Cost is $25.00 per person which includes all supplies except for the 16 x 20 stretched canvas each student should bring with them. Call 704-216-7714 or email office@ruftyholmes.org to register.
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Computer Classes & Workshops: Check the Center's website at www.ruftyholmes.org to view a listing of new computer classes to be offered during June. Request placement through the link provided, or by filling out a form at the Front Desk.
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| "10 Ways to Wealth" Seminar |
| Tuesday, June 24. Choice of 3:00pm or 6:00pm workshop. Presented by Mary Moose of Victory Wealth Management. A discussion of ten tried and true strategies for building wealth in an ever-changing world. Free and open to any interested adult. Pre-registration is requested by calling 704-857-4924. |
| Reverse Mortgage Workshop |
| Thursday, June 12 at 2:00pm. Larry Cordts, Reverse Mortgage Specialist with Wells Fargo, will present information on reverse mortgages. Free and open to any interested older adult or family members. Pre-registration is requested by calling the Center at 704-216-7714 or email office@ruftyholmes.org
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Health Screenings & Education This Month
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BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS: Wednesday, June 4 from 9:30-11:00am. Sponsored by Gentiva Health Services, staff will be on hand to provide free blood pressure readings and consultation for interested older adults.
BLOOD SUGAR SCREENING:Friday, June 13 at 8:00am. Sponsored by Rowan Regional Home Health & Hospice for interested older adults who register in advance. Space is limited. Interested persons are encouraged not to eat breakfast prior to the screening in order to receive a more accurate reading. Breakfast refreshments will be provided after the screening. Free. Call 704-216-7714 or email office@ruftyholmes.org to register.
MEDICAL ISSUES IN AGING: Wednesday, June 25 at 9:30am. A monthly series sponsored by Hospice & Palliative CareCenter concerning various medical issues facing older adults. This month's subject is "COPD - Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease." Pre-registration is not required. Free and open to any interested person.
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Movie of the Month
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Wednesday, June 25 at 2:00pm. Sponsored by Mary Moose, Registered Financial Consultant & Planner, for interested older adults. Come out and enjoy "No Reservations" with Catherine Zeta-Jones, rated PG, on our big screen, complete with popcorn and drinks. Free. (Motion picture license # 12137390). |
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Other Club Meetings This Month |
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TOPS Chapter - Each Monday at 9:00am
Men's Breakfast Club - Each Tuesday at 8:30am
Rufty Holmes Lady Liners - Each Tuesday at 10:00am
Creative Needles Group - Each Wednesday at 9:30am
R-H Computer Club - Each Thursday at 10:00am
Woodcarvers Group - Each Thursday at 2:00pm
Evergreen Bridge Club - Each Friday at 1:00pm
Golf Association of Rowan Seniors - Monday, June 2 at 8:30am
Ambassadors Club - Monday, June 2 at noon
Starry Night Quilters - Thursday, June 5 at 6:30pm
Rufty-Holmes Garden Club - Monday, June 9 at 2:00pm
Rowan Amateur Radio Society - Monday, June 9 at 7:00pm
Better Breathing Club - Wednesday, June 11 at 1:00pm
Southside Extension Homemakers - Monday, June 16 at 10:00am
NARFE - Monday, June 16 at 1:00pm
Rowan Doll Society - Tuesday, June 17 at noon
Duke Energy Retirees - Friday, June 20 at 11:00am
Rowan County Council on Aging - Thursday, June 26 at 1:00pm
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This 'n That
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Senior PenPals meet their students for an end-of-the-school-year picnic at Bakers Creek Park in Kannapolis on Friday, June 6 at 11:30am. Vans leave the Center parking lot at 11:00am if a ride is needed.
Seniors Without Partners will hold their annual summer picnic on Thursday, June 12 at noon in the Rufty Picnic Shelter. Participants should bring a covered dish to share, with the Center furnishing chicken, drinks and paper products.
Enjoy BINGO every Tuesday from 1-3pm for $1.25, sponsored by Beltone Hearing Aid of Salisbury & China Grove
Enjoy CARD & GAME DAY Thursdays from 1-4pm. Free with refreshments.
KAROAKE: Join Francesca Topper from 2-4pm Thursday, June 19 for some fun singing your favorite tunes.
BROADCAST BINGO is available through the Center's Outreach Program for Rowan County older adults age 60 and older. Win $50.00 in cash by listening daily to "Senior Moments" on Memories 1280 Radio. Contact Thomasina Paige at 704-216-7720 or outreach@ruftyholmes.org to enroll and for more information. Free.
"SENIOR MOMENTS" are aired daily Monday - Friday at 6:25am & 10:25am on Memories 1280 WSAT Radio.
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For a complete listing of June activities check our daily interactive calendar at www.ruftyholmes.org
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